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G l a s s e s r a i s e d o n c e m o r e a t w i n e s h o p


YET another accolade has been bestowed on Clitheroe’s award winning wine merchants u.


“Which? Wine Guide,” Byrne’s has been voted the bes t independent merchant. It is the second time


Byrne and Co. In the new edition of the


We offer the qualify of service and fitting experience you would expect from a family business who have been in double glazing over 25 years, and if we say:


"We'll be there on Wednesday" - We'll be there on Wednesday!


Time to talk, not listen


Bowland Village Hall for afternoon tea. Forty people who regularly compile or listen to news from the “Clitheroe Advertiser and Times” on cassette and their friends gathered to discuss cur­


REGULAR readers of the Ribble Valley Talking Newspaper met at Bolton-by-


SoCicitors • MATRIMONIAL •


• PERSONAL INJURY •


• WILLS AND PROBATE • • CONVEYANCING •


Principal: Irene Chenery-Baker Associate: Juli R. Pickles


Open Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm and on Thursday until 7.00pm


for advice given free of charge when no appointment is necessary.


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21 CHURCH STREET, CLITHEROE 0200 22264 ___________


A CHEEKY thief stole a Panasonic video recorder, valued at £200, from The Harry Garlick TV Centre, in King Street, Clitheroe. The thief entered the


shop on Monday or Tues­ day of last week and took the video recorder from a display near the entrance.


Wheels stolen


FIVE alloy wheels with Pirelli tyres attached, worth a total of £2,250, were stolen from a garage in W ick en tre e Row,


Simonstone. The 18in. wheels, to fit a


between Wednesday and Friday last week.


BMW car, were taken


‘I f you knew what I know


your business in this paper


you’d advertise


YOU KNOW WHERE TO CONTACT ME, LISA RUDGYARD


EVERY WEEK.’


Clitheroe Advertiser & Times Tel. (0200) 22323


McKenzie — BRIGGS


followed the wedding of Mr Alistair McKenzie and Miss Rhian Briggs at St e t e r ’s C h u r c h


honeymoon in Turkey


graphic designer, is the only son of Mr and Mrs S. McKenzie, of Valley Road, Wilpshire. The bride, a civil ser­


Salesbury. The bridegroom,


vant, is the only daughter of Mr and Mrs D. Briggs, of Clitheroe Kennels Edisford Road, Clitheroe. The bride, given away


Nigel Evans and the Ribblc Valley Mayor and Mayoress, Coun. and Mrs Tony Jackson, were the special guests. Entertainment was provided by Ros


rent issues and enjoy an amicable social occasion. Transport was provided for those who requested it and Ribblc Valley MP Mr


Pearce and friend.


that brothers Andrew and Philip have tasted success in the prestigious guide and, like a good wine, B y rn e ’s a p p a re n t ly - improves with'every year. The glowing report in


comprehensive stock in Lancashire and in most counties it would succeed with ease. But this is Lan­ cashire, where determina­ tion and competition are strong. As it is, this mer­ chant still provides one of the most varied ranges of any independent m the


business.” If you tire of the selec­


the guide begins: “What a gem! Do the good people of Clitheroe realise how lucky they are? This shop aims to have the most


Astra is found


THIEVES swooped on two properties in Wood­ lands Park, Whalley, over­ night on Wednesday, stealing two Panasonic vi­ deo-cassette recorders, a Sony compact hi-fi and a Vauxhall Astra car, which were later found aban­


doned in Blackburn. They also made off with


Seeking support to keep open woodland walks


IT seems that Ribble Val­ ley Ramblers will not be doing much rambling if forestry privatisation con-1 tinues to go ahead. Between 1981 and 1992,


of the new owners to find that only 15 were willing to keep up the Forestry Commission’s “freedom to roam” policy, although many refused to answer. The Forestry Commis­ sion manages over 1,800


by her father, wore an off- the-shoulder ivory gown of


raw silk, with fitted bodice and full skirt gathered into paniers and decorated with red, gold and purple flowers. She carried


sheaf of red and cream stargazer lilies. In attendance were Miss


s te r an.d Miss Sully McKenzie, the b r id e­ groom’s sister. They wore full-length


Lizzy Booth, Miss Katie Black, Miss Cindy Web­


gypsy-style red skirts and cream raw silk blouses with laced fronts. In their hair they had circlets of flowers, ivy and berries and they carried bouquets to match the bride’s. Best man was Mr Mark


Polish up on local history


IF you want to improve your knowledge of local history, Samlesbury Hall might "be the place for you. Currently on view there


is a large range of very unusual books on the his­ tory of Lancashire and other surrounding areas. The hall is open to the


nearly a quarter of a mil­ lion acres of forests and woodlands have been sold to private owners, dramat­ ically reducing the areas over which walkers can freely roam. Researchers traced 109


hectares of land in Lanca­ shire, including the very popular and picturesque Gisburn Forest, which is enjoyed by large numbers of people every year. All this land is under threat of being sold privately, which may prevent walkers hav­ ing access to any of it. The Clitheroe Group of


England,Scotland and Wales and a large turnout is expected. The chairman of the


local group, Mr John Whi­ tehead, said: “We hope everyone who has visited and enjoyed Gisburn For­ est will join us on Wood­


the Ramblers’ Association is looking for people to support Woodlands Walks Day th is Sunday to demonstrate to the For­ estry Commission just how much they value their national woodlands and help to prevent more sales going ahead. Walks are taking place throughout


land Walks Day to demon-, strate to the Government how strongly we feel and how much this means to so many people. “Whitewell E s ta te ,


Bowland Forest, was sold by the Forestry Commis­ sion in 1991. We used to have freedom to roam in it. The new owners have banned walkers. Don’t let this happen again.”


icar park or the car park on School Lane at 9-45 a.m. or at Gisbum Forest (Stocks Reservoir) at 10- 15a.m. For more details contact Ben Brown (0254 822851).


burn F orest, where a choice of two walks is a- vailable. Meeting points will be Chatbum Road end


Check dates of open evenings


PARENTS of local Year 11 pupils were the victims of a clerical error when the Ribble Valley Careers Office accidentally sent them the wrong dates for a n umb e r o f o p en evenings.


an amended letter this week clarifying the dates for the evenings, which a re ta k in g pla ce on October 5th, 6th and 7th. District careers officer


They will be receiving > The local venue is Gis­


a ladies’ gold watch, which was not recovered.


tion of wines, says the guide, Byrne’s can offer 150 beers, 35 coffees and 50 teas, and “it is probably the only place within 50 miles where you can have your own blend of baccy mixed. This shop acts as a magnet for many miles around, attracting custom­ ers with a taste for variety and value. Apparently they also come for the famous local sausages sold


nearby!” P ro v id in g th e bes t


selection of well-made wines from everywhere is pursued with relentless enthusiasm, claims the


guide. The significance of the


award was emphasised by Andrew. He said: “We have won it once and have been runner-up. It is the best accolade you can


get.”Now, th e b ro th e rs intend to follow up their victory with success in this year’s Bordeaux window dressing competition.


Superbike champion at show


A LEADING world Superbike champion will be the guest of honour at the third annual Ribble Valley Motor Cycle Show. Mr Carl Fogarty will be


enthusiasts will also be showing off their bikes. - -


will form part of the dis­ play as well, which will include a sidecar outfit that belonged to the late Steve McQueen and a Velocette newly restored by national concours champion Dave Spary. Local motor cycle


signing autographs at the show, which is taking place at St Augustine’s RC High School, in Billington, on Saturday. Two of his racing bikes


For example, Clitheroe’s


Mr Robert Kent will be exhibiting a motor cycle th a t belonged to his grandfather. Other highlights of the


Verlander and groomsmen were Mr Kevin Howick, Mr Graham How and Mr


David Ellison. The ceremony was per­


public from 11-30 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day except Mon­ days, giving you the chance to browse through the books and pick up a catalogue listing the whole collection. The books will be sold through auction a n d b i d s e n d on Wednesday. Examples of local books


formed by the vicar of St Peter’s and a reception was held at the Higher Trapp Hotel, Simonstone. The couple will live in


Albion Street, Clitheroe. P h o to g ra p h : Nick


Clarke, David Nicholas Studio, Darwen.


Mrs Dorothy Maskell explained that invitations had been sent to parents showing the correct dates, but that the accompanying reply cards contained the


wrong dates. Mrs Maskell said the


mistake was due to t printing error when infor­ mation concerning a series of open evenings for Hyndbum parents was not changed for the Ribble


Valley.


available are “Bolland Forest and Hodder Val­ ley,’’“Rambles by the Rib­ ble” and “The Border Country: Lakeland and Ribblesdale.” Admission is £2 for


adul ts and 8 0 ]) for children.


HAMPSON — LEWIS


A cycling honeymoon in France followed the wed­ ding of Chipping couple Miss Joanne Lewis and Mr Steven Hampson at St Mi c h a e l ’s C h u r c h , Whitewell. The bride, a civil ser­


show, which is the major fund-raising event of the year for St Leonard's Scouts and Langho Ven­ ture Scouts, will include displays of trials riding skills and a round of the national radio control mode l mot or cycl e championships. Admission to the show,


children.


which will run from 11 a.m. until 4-30 p.m., is £2 for adults and 50p for


ARIES


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TAURUS working horizons.


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heart, join in fresh activities and exciting new discoveries. Romance: a little light flirtation is on the cards.


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LEO


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week, though splashing out on luxuries could deplete your bank balance, play it carefully and you could easily come out a financial winner.


VIRGO


Exciting social events ¥0839 11 88 18 in the days ahead


Virgo, make time to get away from your list of chores and responsibilities, its a period for creativity and love so enjoy life whilst


you may. _______________ SAGITTARIUS ir0839 11 88 09


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Make time for a well d e s e rv e d b re a k . Relationships: you may be rekindling a past passion. Life aims: you could sud­ denly find yourself in the limelight.


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A honeymoon in Greece followed the wedding of Clitheroe bride Miss Joanne Leckey and Mr Geoff


HORROCKS — LECKEY


Horrocks at St Mary’s RC Church, Southport. The bride, a schoolteacher, is the daughter of Mr


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changes. Daily affairs: try something new. 1X0839 11 88 06 PISCES


Turn your attentions to innermost feelings and emotions, this week may well see your dreams turn to reality, relationships with, fellow workers are strongly favoured.


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and Mrs John Leckey, of Warwick Drive, Clitheroe. The bridegroom, a surveyor, is the son of Mr


Arthur Horrocks, of Southport. The bride, given away by her father, wore an ivory


off-the-shoulder gown. A headdress of silk flowers held her veil in place and she carried a bouquet of peach and cream silk flowers and roses. Bridesmaids were Leanne Horrocks, the bride­


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Fun and entertain- ¥0839 11 88 14 ment on you things to


do list this week, but concentrate on tasks and duties that need to be performed. Opportunity of the week: expand your


LIBRA


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Its your astrological ¥0839 11 88 19 new year, a time of


exciting new possibilities, a golden oppor­ tunity is speeding your way this week, grasp it firmly with both hands.


SCORPIO tt0839 11 88 08


Bright new visions for *083911 88 20 the future Scorpio. Love and romance: a thrilling new liaison. Social activities: join in the social whirl. Work: group endeavours flourish.


vant, is the elder daughter of Mr and Mrs D. Lewis, of Ormskirk, and the bridegroom, a salesman, is the elder son of Mr and Mrs D. Hampson, of


Haigh, Wigan. The bride, given away


by her father, wore a straight white gown of her own design, with purple and lilac detail on the shoulder and a full train. Her long veil was held in place by a coronet of flow­ ers and she carried a bou­ quet of purple and yellow lilies. In attendance were


chief bridesmaid Mrs Fiona Hami l ton,


bride’s sister, and Miss Susan Hampson,


bridegroom’s sister. They wore knee-length


the the


lilac dresses, with head­ dresses of lilies and roses, and carried bouquets of purple and white lilies. Best man was Mr Mar­


tin Rath and the ceremony was performed by the Rev. F. Cheall. A reception was held at


the Inn at Whitewell. Photograph: Malcolm T.


Eckton, Longridge.


groom’s niece, and Jemma Leckey, the bride’s niece, who wore peach Bo-peep style dresses and had cir­ clets of flowers in their hair. They carried baskets of


flowers similar to the bride’s. Best man was Mr Craig Horrocks, the bride­


groom’s brother, and groomsmen were Mr Barry Houtris and Mr Steve Leonard. The ceremony was performed by Fr Crowley.


Southport. The couple are to live in Southport. Photograph: Shcrriff Studios, Southport.


Organist was Mrs Joan Clayton, a colleague of the bride’s, and there was singing by the choir from


the primary school where they teach. A reception followed at the Shelbourne Hotel,


Alert shop staff


ALERT staff at a Clith­ eroe shop in Moor Lane, foiled the attempted use of a stolen credit card on Saturday afternoon. The staff retained the


card and the offender, who left the shop, is described as being a white male, 5ft. 8in. tall, 20 years of age, with thick dark off-the-col- lar hair with a centre part­ ing. He was wearing blue jeans and a sweatshirt.


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OUR free offer this week will give readers the chance to raise their glasses to the town’s award-winning wine shop. D. Byrne and Co., fine wine and spirit merchants, of King


the party mood. They are offering free wine-tasting between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.


Street, has just been voted the country’s “Independent Wine Merchant of the Year” by “Which?” consumer guide. The shop will be featured tonight on BBC-2’s “Travel Show,” so, understandably, proprietors Philip and Andrew Byrne are in


today and tomorrow and anyone with a CAT token can sample three different wines from Byrne’s famous cellar. The business, founded by the brothers’ great-grandfather in


1878,is steeped in history and is a connoisseur’s delight. It stocks wines from most countries and its old-style cellar provides an interesting setting for those who like to browse — and taste. Its fame has spread around the country and customers often


return time and again. As one would expect in a long-established family business, the


owners and staff are able and willing to offer advice about their extensive stock of wines, spirits and other drinks and can cater for every taste — and pocket.


I King Street, Clitheroe. Offer available on


TO CLAIM YOUR Free Wine Tasting simply cut out the token and take to D. BYRNE & Co,


| Thursday / Friday 16th & 17th Sept 1993. Offer restricted to reader over the age of 18


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